British guitarist analyses Tool live in 1993 - Is this 'singing'?

[@wingsofpegasus]

TIME STAMPS - 0:27 Performance 2:41 Analysis Start 3:38 Drum Solidity 4:46 Vocals 9:55 Vocal Pitch 12:58 Dynamic Changes 14:04 Performance Resumption 16:51 Analysis Resumption 17:22 Artistic Integrity 19:08 Guitar

[@miou-miou-]

seeing how this performance has been somewhat of a panty peeler when looking at female vocal coaches reactions... im surprised you didnt join in...

[@wingsofpegasus]

@@miou-miou- I don't follow the 'trends' (as you can tell from my hair!) but I do get to the requests eventually. I suspect this request came in about a year ago!

[@wingsofpegasus]

@@Bob-kt4yz It is! But a lot of people won't even watch or listen due to them 'not liking' the genre. As with all art, music included, just because it's different doesn't make it 'bad', 'bad' is a subjective opinion. So for the person that asked 'Is this singing?', they have the answer!

[@tammielowman8273]

Still watching from riverside California. I think what you do and how well you do this is truly amazing .

[@dannycasson1551]

Thanks! I totally agree.

[@goatku]

This is more vocal analysis than I've seen vocal coaches and singers give in their reactions. Great insight and I loved seeing the huge range and comparison to what a male tenors range is

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@deannaforrest9571]

I have watched dozens of reactions and breakdowns of this Sober video. Have to say loved this one the best! Hope to see more Tool here.

[@wtglb]

Nice to see Tool up on the board 👍🏻

[@carlasainz95]

One of my favorite Tool performances. 👍

[@aliwantizu]

It's not singing, it's "emotion in tune." That sooo defines not only this song but so much Tool in general. Awesome analysis!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@whoathatsanicememe3093]

I wasn't a huge fan of Tool until I saw them live...absolutely one of the best live shows I've ever seen. Ever. They are above and beyond talented as a unit.

[@paivilatvala9835]

I’ve never heard of this band before but i love this song, he not only expresses pain through his voice but through his bodylanguage. Thanks for a great analysis ! 🤘

[@tnmoppylaura5476]

Great analysis Fil. You elevated this song by explaining the emotion of it. Thanks.

[@MagnaRyuuDesigns]

I've seen some vocal teachers on here watch this and actually be blown away by his ability to sing the way he does in this video

[@dougf1249]

That posture blows peoples minds. And he got a hell of a voice. Listen to his scream in The Grudge

[@terraboundmisfit]

Thank you Fil for another great analysis. I have seen this video many times, but as usual you add so much to it. I am ashamed to say that I discovered TOOL only a couple of years ago. Watching this video from 93 I'm asking, where was I? How did I miss them? I now own all of their albums and listen to them very often. I am convinced they will go down as one of the greatest bands from any genre.

[@konstantia1607]

You are so appreciative of what the performer is trying to express, and how is he managing to say it. I was fascinated. Thanks Fil.

[@suesannehollar7164]

I needed help deciphering Tool for a while, it's nice having a breakdown of their music. Thanks!

[@dougf1249]

“Emotions in tune” A great way to explain Maynard’s performance here. The roll he’s portraying, while having stage freight, is so heavy; yet he’s crystal clear. This is truly one of a kind performance. I’m glad you posted this reaction, your spot on and I appreciate your input

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@robertm6330]

I love your analysis of bands, I am really impressed with this analysis of Tool. This is the whole reason I watch you. Thank you, thank you on many levels. ⚡ ROCK !!

[@robertm6330]

From central Texas

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@WickedKingLycoan]

That shaking and shuddering that Maynard does is so symbolic of withdrawal symptoms. As a former alcoholic, this hits home so painfully and true.

[@billwren5033]

Tool is kick ass and so is this analysis. Fil you have a way of breaking stuff down so even some who are not musicians can understand it. that is a talent of its own. Great job on this one

[@michellewilsdon294]

Visceral, from the gut truth wins out for me--it has been a tough week for me, and I sat hunched watching this as it grabbed me and took me along. I couldn't comment as soon as I watched, it had to sit. Thank you.

[@flapjackson6077]

Fil, I can’t believe I didn’t catch this video when you first put it out! I’ve seen a few vocal coach reactions, and they’re good! But I love the way you cover the arrangement, and how it relates to his vocals, then breaking down the vocals. 🤙 Imagine what a generous dose of autotune could do for his vocals! 😉

[@elliottmead660]

Tool are friggin awesome live a mishmash of metal rock prog and R and B they blew me away!!!!!

[@graciemartin4206]

love hearing you not only analysis it vocally, but also play the guitar !! So cool

[@paulallison6418]

Hi Phil, I loved your analysis here, particularly the depth of comment on the vocal. I wish you could analyse all my favourite songs like this!

[@dankingjr.2088]

He's a unique frontman without question. Nice review as always Fil.

[@blkjakk]

Back in the day I played SOBER every time I got into my RX-7. ❤️🤘🏼

[@brianwagner1373]

As usual Fil you are right on the money Maynard is a very talented vocal phenom another great lesson from you Fil. Thanks for your insight!!!

[@HOLLYWOODHICK]

Danny was (and still is) the drummer in my unit Pigmy Love Circus. I knew Maynard from Green Jello (not by the hair of my chinny-chin-chin---I did several stints with them). When TOOL started out they only had the makings of Sober and Adam would come to Pigmy gigs and sit side stage and just watch me play. The Pigmys and TOOL rehearsed at Dan Carey's loft in Hollyrock and one day Adam timidly asked me how I got my tone? So I went to his 50 watt Marshall head and twisted the knobs on it and said "that's how". My secret

[@mmccartney6579]

"Emotion in tune." Wow! What a perfect description of the vocals! Great review, yet again, Fil! Cheers, mate!! :)

[@doggedout]

Maynard's posture and movement reminds me of those hand animated figures from the video. I loved that video ..and all their others. My favorite band of the last two decades (along with A Perfect Circle)

[@joegillis6798]

Great song and excellent analysis. Thanks, Fil!

[@watertrinemystic]

What a poetic and brilliant analyses of Maynard and this song and I love your guitar demonstration as well! Wow!

[@micheleparker8123]

My favorite live performance of this song!!! Absolutely LOVE Tool😍. Maynard gives it his ALL.

[@lucalanzoni7414]

Your analysis and commentary are simply.....enjoyable!!!! Straight and passionate as well as detailed and accurate but above all...full of genuine love and passion for what you talk about!!! Always nourishing!!!! I thank you for all of this!!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!🙂

[@grinkashman7884]

great analysis, again. the levels you hit are on it!

[@susanventuraahrens8878]

I played in our high school band with Danny Carey. Back then we had no idea......🙂 Great analysis-thanks Fil!

[@aspalovin]

I can't believe this song is almost 30 years old. Geez life flies by.

[@lauriekane4686]

Emotion in tune. I like that!

[@moonbubbles3046]

This performance to me was the embodiment of the words coming out of his mouth. Harrowing, haunting, disturbing, and too close to home for many. His eyes speak volumes by themselves, his (lack of) posture, his hands, everything just comes together and screams addiction, withdrawal, and hopelessness. I’ve seen him do this live 3 times but never like this. This was a moment in itself set apart from the rest.

[@kensod6034]

Danny's beating the drums .. I love Danny's tru grit... Bass is off the charts... He's unbelievable.. Nice.thanks professor. 😃 🎸 rock

[@AWanderingEye]

You dissect and elucidate with the pace of a horse race announcer. You need to do a "day in my life" video --- where does this consistent high drive come from??!!! Really Fil, your enthusiasm and depth of knowledge is compelling. Esp. Love how you are bringing your typical viewer along with this more unique music group.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Tool are just an all around great band. This is pretty awesome. This has a slight Kashmir vibe to it, with the riff. Cheers, Fil!

[@mikeguerin4535]

Wow! Yes, the thumping repetition. I never thought of that before.

[@RosettaStoned462]

Pushit from Salival album...look for the 1998 concert version or just listen to it from the Salival album since it's recorded live. Tool is the greatest of all time...hands down!

[@m.nightingale3579]

At last a real good analysis made by someone who knows what he’s talking about. Thank you for this.

[@kylereece1979]

Tool have totally transformed themselves over the years. The "sound" is familiar but the mind warping tunnels of tranced out, extended musicianship are in a different cosmos to this performance. This here is of course classic early 90s, but I wish that there was a professionally filmed gig to discuss from their more recent shows over the years. A song like Schism, or something huge from the last album. Either way- I loved this video. Fantastic analysis and thought evoking words.

[@robertburke784]

One of the darkest and heaviest songs I have ever heard. Excellent!

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

A true artist must get their fans to feel. Once they accomplish that ,then their off . They definitely have the crowds attention. Well done !

[@gilthethrill9179]

As a 1980's metalhead teenager the 90's was an end of a musical style to a lot of us....Tool in 93 and Prong with their Cleansing album in 94 was really good.

[@jillwright8993]

Interesting review. I didn't think I could appreciate their music, but, I just learned that I can appreciate their technique, style, and, surprisingly, their aggression. Who would have thought. I watched the video again after the analysis and found that I looked at this song differently. Fil, you have a way of guiding and pointing what's going on, and, that amazes me. Thanks.

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!👍

[@tullfan2560]

I agree that there was a real step change in music going from the 80s to the 90s. The music became internalised or went introverted. No Doubt had a mysterious Middle Eastern vibe in some of their songs, Nirvana went dark and grunge, Joan Osborne sang about religion, Maroon 5 went a monotone grey, Porcupine Tree went progressive metal and RHCP did their darker power-melodies. It could almost be described as the decade of anti-music. I guess it was all about letting deep emotions and anger out of the cave that had been buried by years of feel-good and melodic music from the 60s-80s.

[@Guardducks]

Nicely done, again. 👊🤘

[@zenawarrior7442]

Just found this. While I appreciate some heavy music & real emotion, I couldn't understand alot of his lyrics so took away from performance. Great analysis again. Thanks Fil😊🎙🎼🎵🕯🔗🌜⭐️

[@dingaia]

basic summary: Tool is super talented. Is my favorite band, so my bias is strong, they no doubt earn their keep as musicians though, very thoughtful and well put together music on top of inordinate amounts of talents, Danny by himself makes the band, but add all the clever and creative licks and lyrics it all just is so cohesive and vibrant, dynamic, comes out like an incredibly well put together piece of music, and they do this for entire albums this level of detail and dedication to music itself. You could spend forever dissecting all the nuance here, just in this one song, not to mention the other songs related to this one that compliment it , as their albums are like stories usually in some way , telling an overarching message.

[@charlesholland6851]

I’m a huge Tool and Puscifer fan. They sure as hell have their haters though.

[@dingaia]

@Simian Samsonite guess you're not listening then. Sorry you can't tell 3/4 from 4/4 or what points and counterpoints are or how to build dynamic relationships between instruments or how to create extremely deep and introspective thought provoking lyrical content. People that bash musicians while having no knowledge or talent are wasteful human beings not worthy of respect.

[@RosettaStoned462]

@@dingaia exactly 👏👏👏👏. Tool hands down, in my opinion, is the best band on the planet..period

[@mydailybread7]

I appreciate that you keep me open-minded. ❤️ 🌟 ps and btw, thanks, Fil.☺️

[@cindypowers4993]

Life is raw, emotional. We are humans not robots. Vocal techniques when taught are a building block on which to create music. Music can be guttural.... another way to express ourselves, either vocally or instrumentally 🤘☮️

[@jeffretipton6887]

Seen tool twice also worked security for them in greenville sc super nice guys who got there act together later phil

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

I have to admit I never listened to Tool. But I just listened to RATM this morning and sent a message to my daughters about it. There was a comment for "Killing in the Name of..." A guy said he is 90 years old and plays it in the nursing home where he is staying. The others hate it but it's his favorite song. There were hundreds of positive comments.

[@ju4408]

Honestly, "Sober" and "Killing in the Name of" have to be the LEAST interesting songs either of these bands have to offer. Give "The Grudge" or "Lateralus" a try for Tool, or "Know Your Enemy" or "Down Rodeo" for Rage, to get a feel for them. The guitarists from both bands grew up together.

[@keithwigley1256]

I tried this last night in my flat at 2am this morning and my neighbours in flat underneath where banging on their ceiling in appreciation ? just goes to show energy and passion in vocals can beat years of to much vocal training ..great analysis again..See Corey Huevel ...great guitarist and vocalist..

[@Viralvid2024]

Fil, I'm a new subscriber from the US (fellow guitar player) I enjoy your takes on these bands, and the detail you manage to bring to light in each. As far as some of YOUR work, I really think you nailed the Dokken "in my dreams" cover. They are all good vids, but that one is one of my favorites because it was a favorite of mine growing up. Have you done any analysis on Candlebox, Seether, or the late Eddie Money (Mahoney)? I ask because I actually know these guys in person, and have my own wide range of opinions on all of them, and each is QUITE different.... Keep on rockin brother! Thanks

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks! Not yet!

[@freespiritwithnature4384]

Drums are insane!

[@ftlauderdaleborn1098]

Well...there you have it 😉. This was so informative. While I can't say I like this music, I at least learned things about it that I never knew were happening. The great thing about music is there's something for everyone 👍🎶🎶🎶🎶♥️ Thanks Fil

[@cn2490]

Great stuff man.

[@adamthirdbourne324]

Excellent break down on Maynards voice.

[@drewpall2598]

Not familiar with "Tool" still enjoyed your analysis and passing on appreciations toward all music genre and all era of music. 👍👌🤘

[@PongGod]

They're really worth getting familiar with. Very deep discography and nobody out there sounds like them. A truly special band.

[@muriloninja]

I asked Maynard about this when I met him, in classic Maynard fashion he looked at me like I was a fucking idiot and said he focused on one face in the crowd the entire time. Oh ok Maynard Damn!

[@lisablacker3102]

Gen X-er music at its finest ❤ So many of us felt disaffected and unseen, and a lot of 90s music really reflected that. Have loved MJK since the first time i heard Tool

[@pheart2381]

The set-back vocals are quite effective in the verse. Its like his private thoughts.

[@marclondon5638]

Love this vid, and your analysis, but this was so early in their career. I'd be interested in your take on something more recent, since they've matured both physically and musically.

[@rolotomassi4917]

This band takes rock music to whole different level. " Third Eye " is brilliant.

[@sunfishassassin5963]

I do know that tools drummer is epic

[@amss6433]

Mate I loved this band the moment I first heard them but as a laymen or a normie so ain’t clued up in music you given me a brilliant insight and analysis cheers man

[@fleetcomm1]

Has Fil ever reviewed what he considered a poor performance? I’d like to see one. I’m an old man and I like Tool a lot.

[@spacemissing]

Yes, that is singing. Maynard has a unique approach, and the loud instruments may make it harder to hear what he is doing, but he holds notes, and he does it well. I am not a fan of this band, but I do like some of their material, particularly "Sober".

[@grantos28cars]

Best band ever!! Have you heard of All Them Witches?? you should analyze the song Diamond live Kexp Seattle

[@sabocikotic7632]

Best wishes from Croatia. The name of my super beautiful city is Split.

[@JamesLillygren]

"I liked to hear analysis of Gary Clark Jr.s' live version in England of "When My Train Pulls In"...

[@carriehazel77]

But he's not shouting - can you not hear the power and clear tone that he's giving? This performance was a stunner and I'm disappointed that you don't seem to get it.

[@doc559]

🏆🏆🏆👍🙏🇨🇱 Thank you for sharing.

[@alanbramwellhandle]

Spot on Fil

[@danr5105]

Yes,certainly it is "singing." Simply because the sound is not soothing does not mean it is not singing. This is not my genre (I like soothing) but these guys (Tool) are not trying to sooth the beast inside us all, they want to make us angry. I can't see myself seeking out the sound of "Tool" but yes,it is singing. Thanks Fil.

[@adi-pg2tt]

Now i want to hear what you think of 'Reflection'. One of the few songs by them that aren't angry/"let out the beast-y". It's part of a trilogy of songs, but it's also quite good by itself (not as good as the whole thing ofc).

[@simonsmith2642]

Paul D’Amour the bass player that NEEDS credit. He was a brilliant musician and songwriter, his tone was amazing.

[@glendirienzo1365]

Justin Chancellor took it up a few notches. Love his playing.

[@simonsmith2642]

@@glendirienzo1365 Each excellent and talented musicians. Its silly but I do prefer Tool with Paul D'Amour. I've seen them both live in action. Love them both. Its subjective. I prefer Paul. Both are excellent in their own right though.

[@glendirienzo1365]

@@simonsmith2642 Absolutely I agree Simon.

[@indycustommade3568]

I never was a big fan of Tool. I did watch the music video of this song and it was so weird but interesting. After that, I watched this video and see what he was doing from the music video. The creature in the music video moved the way he does here.

[@yvonfem]

Superb band

[@elizabethspedding1975]

Great music from a great band.😀

[@jennrat513]

Never been a huge Tool fan..really dig some other bands in the genre though... interesting offering on the channel..lol..I like that you're willing to go to other places..you'd be surprised where you can find some things...👍

[@paulkardash2991]

I so love your knowledge... if i want to know the real deal.. i go to your channel... i absolutely dig how yiu get on!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@paulkardash2991]

Thank you for being so insightful... you know what you're talking.. and i don't know much about the intricacies of music.. i just know what i feel... but watching you helps me understand why.. if that makes sense...

[@nise5281]

I saw A Perfect Circle in concert, it was amazing, but Maynard is one odd quirky dude, he was blacked out the entire time all you could see was his outline.....bizarre...

[@roberthansen7549]

Maynard doesn’t want to be t to he frontman. He wants to be a part of the band. Like salt in a recipe.

[@shooter3083]

They just don't write them like that anymore. What an emotional love song!!!!

[@FinneousPJ1]

They're gonna be performing sober I couldn't help but think 'probably not' 🤣

[@donaldgraves9275]

its a reason for Two thumbs Up Button banging Drummer solid Band yea were not talkin studio ITS LIVE ROCKIN' ROLL its not but Whats JAMMIN' worth the ticket first song mood yes but its part of the WHAT WHATS the MESSAGE !!!!! ONE OF KIND ORIGINALITY~ HE'S living it

[@mikemaxwell3005]

Could you do a analyses of Loreena McKennitt please. She is a amazing artist.

[@wtglb]

Still hoping for a Devin Townsend analysis, anything from The Devin Townsend Project’s performance at Plovdiv or The Royal Albert Hall 👍🏻

[@shatteredstiks7392]

He's more powerful here than the album

[@wendideleoncampbell4174]

Tool rocks 🤟

[@onetakeadventureswithjoeld4679]

ANY VOICE COACH "STAND UP WHILE SINGING PLEASE"

[@ju4408]

Also, judo-style flipping/mounting/pinning/dry-humping a fan, while singing, is likely to throw your pitch off. Some people just refuse to be taught.

[@MattB8030]

Could you do a layne Staley alice in chains reaction?

[@kylereece1979]

Have you Sir, watched the "drum cam" filmed performance of "Pneuma"? 12 minutes of Danny Carey weaving and conducting his percussive magic. The rest of the band are not really as loud in the mixx as all eyes and ears are intentionally set on Danny. But it is a wonderful thing to watch and highly recommended!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Not yet!

[@skeelowzworld]

Awesome video...new subscriber now....

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@srbaran]

Back when many bands were under the influence of some drug, it was nice to see a band play sober.

[@brianmorrissey554]

As someone who was a 15 year old in 93 listening to Dinosaur etc I remember these guys being too heavy for me. But they're really cool

[@simonnarramore4850]

I watched this determined to hate it and ended up really liking it!

[@ayandey137]

It seemed very inspired from Kashmir by Led Zeppelin